Memorizations

Y.G. Lee's Tae Kwon Do

Six Basic Tenets

(Yellow Stripe Memorization)

  1. Courtesy
  2. Loyalty
  3. Integrity
  4. Perseverance
  5. Self-Control
  6. Indomitable Spirit

What is Y.G. Lee Tae Kwon Do? Why learn Y.G. Lee Tae Kwon Do?

(Yellow Belt Memorization)

Tae Kwon Do is how to be a better and stronger person, through martial arts and self defense. Tae Kwon Do is a philosiphy, a way of life. Much more than punches, blocks, and kicks, it is a method of personal development with roots in Korean history. Tae Kwon Do translates into English as the "Way" (Do) of strinking with the "Feet" (Tae) and the "Hands" (Kwon). It is an Olympic sport, but is more important as a way of living a better life physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Tae Kwon Do helps you become a better, stronger person. By learning good habits, both physical and mental, you learn how to be a winner. Tae Kwon Do helps you feel secure through physical training and self defense. It makes you healthier, mentally sharper, and improves self discipline. Finally, Tae Kwon Do improves your relationship with otherse and gives you peace of mind.

Eleven Commandments

(Green Stripe Memorization)

  1. Loyalty to Your Country
  2. Respect Your Parents
  3. Faithfulness to Your Spouse
  4. Respect Your Brothers and Sisters
  5. Loyalty to Your Friends
  6. Respect Your Elders
  7. Respect Your Teachers
  8. Never Take Life Unjustly
  9. Indomitable Spirit
  10. Loyalty to Your School
  11. Finish What You Begin

Master Lee's Creed

(Green Belt Memorization)

  1. Be Humble
  2. Be Responsible

Student's Creed

(Blue Stripe Memorization)

Through the Campbell Tae Kwon Do Academy, I promise to develop my endurance—mind, body, and spirit. To continuously perfect and never misuse my art; to impart it to others and help those in need. To show respect and love for humanity and to strive for a better world; to lead my life as an example of Campbell Tae Kwon Do pride.

Chang Moo Kwan Creed

(Blue Belt Memorization)

  1. Loyalty to Your Country and Respect for Your Parents
  2. Faithfulness

School Creeds

(Red Stripe Memorization)

Nothing is Impossible; Dream big, work hard, and enjoy life.

Basic Tae Kwon Do Commands

(Red Belt Memorization)

Counting in Korean

  1. Hana
  2. Dool
  3. Set
  4. Net
  5. Da Suht
  6. Yuh Suht
  7. Il Guhp
  8. Yuh Dulp
  9. Ah Hope
  10. Yul

Basic Tae Kwon Do Commands and Terminology

  • Dojang - Tae Kwon Do Classroom
  • Dobok - Tae Kwon Do Uniform
  • Charyot - Stand at Attention
  • Kyong Nae - Bow
  • Choom Bi - Ready
  • Shi Jahk - Begin
  • Goh Man - Stop
  • Barroh - Return to position
  • Gahm Sa Hahm Ni Dah - Thank you
  • Gukgi Dahe Kyung Nae - Salute the flag
  • Ki Yap - Yell
  • Poomsae - Forms
  • Taeguk - Parent name of the first eight forms
  • Chagi - Kick
  • Maki - Block
  • Sogi - Stance
  • Chigi - Strike
  • Dihro Dorah - Turn Around

Tae Kwon Do Terms for Kicks/Blocks

(Black Stripe Memorization)

Ordinal Numbers

  1. Il
  2. Ee
  3. Sahm
  4. Sah
  5. Oh
  6. Yook
  7. Chil
  8. Pal
  9. Goo
  10. Ship

Kicks

  • Ahp Cha Olligi - Stretch Kick
  • Ahp Chagi - Front Kick
  • Yop Chagi - Side Kick
  • Dwi Chagi - Back Kick
  • Ahp Huryu Chagi - Front Hook Kick
  • Dwi Dollyo Chagi - Spinning Hook Kick
  • Ahp Dollyo Chagi - Round House Kick
  • Chiki - Axe Kick
  • Ddiuh Chagi - Jump Kick
  • Mirro Chagi - Push Kick

Punches and Strikes

  • Ahp Jireugi - Punch
  • Duebun Jireugi - Double Punch
  • Sehbun Jireugi - Triple Punch
  • Duhng Chumok - Back Fist
  • Me Chumoj - Hammer Fist
  • Palkup Chigi - Elbow Strike
  • Sohn Nal Chigi - Knife Hand Strike
  • Sohn Nal Mok Chigi - Knife Hand Neck Strike

Stances

  • Charyot Sogi - Attention Stance
  • Choon Bi Sogi - Ready Stance
  • Joo Chum Sogi - Riding Horse Stance
  • Ahp Sogi - Walking Stance
  • Ahp Koobi - Front Stance
  • Dwi Koobi - Back Stance
  • Bom Sogi - Tiger Stance

Blocks

  • Aree Maki - Low Block
  • Oolgool Maki - High Block
  • Ahn Momtong Maki - Inside Block
  • Bakat Momtong Maki - Outside Block
  • Ahn Sohn Nal Maki - Knife Hand Inside Block
  • Bakat Sohn Nal Maki - Knife Hand Outside Block

Black Belt Club Creed

(Second Black Stripe Memorization)

As a member of the Black Belt Club, I promise to live my life by a higher standard and avoid behavoir unbecoming of a Black Belt; to provide service to the Dojang and help others achieve their dreams through Tae Kwon Do; to be loyal to the Black Belt Club and its organization because it is the foundation for a stronger future; to discover how my personal talents can enrich what it means to be a Black Belt.

Black Belt Club President's Creed

(Black Belt Memorization)

LOYALTY